Estimating Manager

AECOM•New York, NY

3d•$145,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Estimating Manager to be based in New York, NY. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Confer with a broad range of technical, professional, and managerial personnel as well as designers, consultants, and contractors to coordinate and establish a detailed cost estimate. Prepare and/or ensure the preparation of detailed cost estimates for all phases of design and/or construction. Supervise the development of quantity surveys and cost evaluations relating to design documents, contract drawings, specifications, or contract changes. Review and report on contract estimates prepared by private consultants; recommend if an estimate is appropriate for implementation. Participate in cost negotiations. Plan, assign and review the cost-estimating work of other AECOM or Consultant estimators. Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates. Identify and quantify cost factors, such as production time, materials, and labor expenses. Utilize computer-based cost estimating software and programs to assist in developing accurate cost projections. Collaborate with project managers to monitor ongoing projects and compare projected costs to actual costs, making adjustments as necessary.

Requirements

BA/BS in Civil Engineering or related field plus 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Nice To Haves

Excellence in calculating prime time, labor escalation, and unstandardized coefficient.
Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in architecture, construction management, engineering, environmental services, or related coursework.
Eight years of experience as an estimator.
Experience in the New York and New Jersey marketplace is preferred.

Responsibilities

Confer with a broad range of technical, professional, and managerial personnel as well as designers, consultants, and contractors to coordinate and establish a detailed cost estimate.
Prepare and/or ensure the preparation of detailed cost estimates for all phases of design and/or construction.
Supervise the development of quantity surveys and cost evaluations relating to design documents, contract drawings, specifications, or contract changes.
Review and report on contract estimates prepared by private consultants; recommend if an estimate is appropriate for implementation.
Participate in cost negotiations.
Plan, assign and review the cost-estimating work of other AECOM or Consultant estimators.
Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
Identify and quantify cost factors, such as production time, materials, and labor expenses.
Utilize computer-based cost estimating software and programs to assist in developing accurate cost projections.
Collaborate with project managers to monitor ongoing projects and compare projected costs to actual costs, making adjustments as necessary.